Test Engineer

Accenture Federal Services; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 86,400 - 176,200; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Lorton, VA is seeking a Test Engineer to support onsite testing across SIDR, SIT, UAT, Site Validation, and Mission Acceptance Test programs. You will collaborate with teams to execute tests, develop cases, and maintain test metrics in a federal, security‑minded environment.

The role requires 5+ years in a related technical field with Windows Server and Azure experience, a valid U.S.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a related technical field with at least 3 years in systems administration focusing on Windows Server.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure (AZ‑104 certification or equivalent knowledge).
• Experience with Windows Server technologies including Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, and PowerShell.
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II certification required upon start.
• A valid U.S. passport.

Responsibilities

• Perform test events including SIDR, SIT, UAT, Site Validation Test, and Mission Acceptance Test.
• Conduct formal test reviews such as Test Readiness Reviews and Post‑Test Reviews.
• Execute test strategy activities including Requirements Verification & System Validation, Customer Requirements Validation, Test Case Development, Test Incident Identification & Management, Test Incident Reporting (TIR), and Test Metrics Management.
• Compile or develop manual and/or automated test cases for the Test Plan.
• Identify, document, and prioritize defects in alignment with Test Lead guidance.
• Execute tests in accordance with the approved Test Plan.
• Prepare and deliver regular test status updates to the Test Lead.
• Input test results into applicable test management tools and track execution progress.
• Evaluate testing software/tools and recommend alternative solutions as needed.

Skills

System administration

Azure knowledge

Active Directory

Group Policy

PowerShell

Tools

Azure (AZ-104)

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

PowerShell

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the U.S. federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training, and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

AFS is seeking a Test Engineer for an onsite position in Lorton, VA.

Work

• Perform test events including System Integration & Dry Run (SIDR), System Integration Test (SIT), User Acceptance Test (UAT), Site Validation Test, and Mission Acceptance Test.
• Conduct formal test reviews such as Test Readiness Reviews and Post‑Test Reviews.
• Execute test strategy activities including Requirements Verification & System Validation, Customer Requirements Validation, Test Case Development, Test Incident Identification & Management, Test Incident Reporting (TIR), and Test Metrics Management.
• Compile or develop manual and/or automated test cases for the Test Plan.
• Identify, document, and prioritize defects in alignment with Test Lead guidance.
• Execute tests in accordance with the approved Test Plan.
• Prepare and deliver regular test status updates to the Test Lead.
• Input test results into applicable test management tools and track execution progress.
• Evaluate testing software/tools and recommend alternative solutions as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related technical field, including at least 3 years in systems administration with a focus on Windows Server technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure (AZ‑104 certification or equivalent knowledge).
• Experience with Windows Server technologies including Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, and PowerShell.
• Experience working within small technical teams with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Ability to support Microsoft Information Request SAF/AQ Project Order requirements.
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II (or higher) certification required upon start.
• A valid U.S. passport.

Bonus Points if You

• Experience with test automation tools such as Cucumber, Watir, TestComplete, or LoginEnterprise.
• Working knowledge of testing frameworks including Cypress, Jasmine, Selenium, or Pester.
• Experience authoring test cases and documenting test results.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and software testing processes.
• Understanding of all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with CI/CD processes and version control systems (GitHub, Azure DevOps).

Security Clearance

• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.

The base pay range for this position in the following locations is $86,400—$176,200 USD: California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland.

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the U.S. federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. Every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information.

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